How to hire a construction technician

How to hire a construction technician, step by step

Here's a step-by-step construction technician hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a construction technician job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new construction technician
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you post your construction technician job, you should take the time to determine what type of worker your business needs. While certain jobs definitely require a full-time employee, it's sometimes better to find a construction technician for hire on a part-time basis or as a contractor.

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   A construction technician's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, construction technicians from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   Here's a comparison of construction technician salaries for various roles:

   Type of Construction Technician	Description	Hourly rate
   Construction Technician	Civil engineering technicians help civil engineers to plan, design, and build highways, bridges, utilities, and other infrastructure projects. They also help to plan, design, and build commercial, industrial, residential, and land development projects.	$13-27
   Engineering Internship	An engineering intern is responsible for assisting the overall project development under the supervision of a head engineer. Engineering interns' duties vary in every industry but generally include generating reports, analyzing budget goals and cost estimates, reaching out to clients for important updates, and providing project improvement recommendations... Show more	$12-30
   Project Engineer Internship	When it comes to a project engineer internship, one of the primary responsibilities is to follow the directives of engineers and managers while earning practical experience. Most of the duties will revolve around processing documents, answering calls and correspondence, participating in various projects, assisting engineers in basic tasks, and organizing inventory and supplies... Show more	$14-24

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Asphalt
   • OSHA
   • Customer Service
   • Hand Tools
   • Construction Projects
   • Construction Materials
   • Plumbing
   • DOT
   • CDL
   • Ladders
   • Field Testing
   • Construction Sites
   • Math
   • Construction Equipment

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   Responsibilities:

   • Help manage the housing development; keeping it clean, in compliance with OSHA laws, and state safety laws.
   • Manage and decide all remodel activities.
   • Drill and blast into earth and rock, also levele concrete using trowels and shovels.
   • Used chipping hammers/ jack hammers.
   • Set ladders, scaffolds and hoist in place for taking supplies to roof.
   • Follow all state and OSHA safety requirements to implement good safety conditions at work site.

   More construction technician duties

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in the construction technician job description is a good way to get more applicants. A construction technician salary can be affected by several factors, such as the location of the job, the level of experience, education, certifications, and the employer's prestige.

   For example, the average salary for a construction technician in Alaska may be lower than in New Jersey, and an entry-level engineer typically earns less than a senior-level construction technician. Additionally, a construction technician with lots of experience in the field may command a higher salary as a result.

   Average construction technician salary

   $40,475yearly

   $19.46 hourly rate

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   Entry-level construction technician salary

   $28,000 yearly salary

   Updated January 23, 2026

   Average construction technician salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	District of Columbia	$51,340	$25
   2	California	$50,573	$24
   3	New York	$49,829	$24
   4	Maryland	$43,986	$21
   5	Pennsylvania	$43,798	$21
   6	Iowa	$43,166	$21
   7	Hawaii	$41,446	$20
   8	Ohio	$41,266	$20
   9	Florida	$38,870	$19
   10	Michigan	$38,661	$19
   11	Arizona	$37,980	$18
   12	Virginia	$36,075	$17
   13	Minnesota	$35,990	$17
   14	Colorado	$35,972	$17
   15	Alabama	$35,498	$17
   16	North Carolina	$34,575	$17
   17	Missouri	$34,462	$17
   18	Georgia	$33,787	$16
   19	Nebraska	$32,437	$16
   20	Kentucky	$32,171	$15

   Average construction technician salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	SoCalGas	$88,997	$42.79
   2	Insituform Technologies	$81,381	$39.13	5
   3	AECOM	$72,307	$34.76	169
   4	Nebraska Public Power District	$69,632	$33.48
   5	Schneider Electric Industrial Services	$68,096	$32.74	7
   6	EOG Resources	$65,507	$31.49	4
   7	Intertek	$64,511	$31.01	22
   8	Bechtel Corporation	$64,475	$31.00	22
   9	Tesla	$62,967	$30.27	37
   10	Mortenson	$59,713	$28.71	61
   11	Missouri State University	$56,734	$27.28	1
   12	HNTB	$55,673	$26.77	103
   13	Sundt Construction	$55,416	$26.64	26
   14	Morris & Ritchie Associates, Inc. (mra)	$54,922	$26.40	11
   15	Olsson	$53,247	$25.60	116
   16	Tetra Tech	$52,689	$25.33	24
   17	Orange County High School	$50,933	$24.49
   18	Briggs Auto	$50,078	$24.08
   19	IMC Construction	$49,809	$23.95
   20	Hanson Professional Svc Inc	$48,486	$23.31	3

4. Writing a construction technician job description

   A construction technician job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. Below, you can find an example of a construction technician job description:

   Construction technician job description example

   Colliers Engineering & Design is seeking a Field Technician to perform Construction Materials Testing / Special Inspection services for commercial and industrial projects within the Raleigh-Durham region of North Carolina.
   Responsibilities • Work primarily on active construction sites to perform observation, documentation, and material testing of earthwork, asphalt, foundations, reinforced concrete, masonry, and/or structural steel.
   • Prepare daily field reports, including summaries of test results, field sketches, and photographs using software such as Word, Excel, and Adobe.
   • Daily communication with site contractors, project managers, and other technicians.
   • Work Environment: Construction job sites. Regular exposure to ALL outside weather conditions, moderate to loud noise conditions, exposure to heights.
   • Some weekend, evening, and overtime work may occasionally be required; overnight travel may occasionally be required with this position. Qualifications • A minimum of a high school diploma or AA/AS degree
   • Preferred: 2 years' (+) relevant experience
   • Preferred: Nuclear gauge certification
   • Preferred: ACI Grade I certification
   • Basic math skills, strong oral and written communication skills (English)
   • Ability to read drawings, follow directions, and interpret engineering and construction plans
   • Ability to work outside as noted, walk on uneven ground, and carry up to 75-pound equipment
   • Valid Driver's License with a clean driving record
   • Drug testing may be required What We Offer At Colliers Engineering & Design, our people are our most important resource. That's why we are committed to providing all our employees with a safe, comfortable work environment, potential for career advancement, and the ability to impact society through their projects as well as Company sponsored activities. This dedication begins with supporting a work life balance through a generous compensation package that includes: company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid pregnancy disability leave; short- and long-term disability insurance; life insurance; a company-matched 401(k)/Roth; paid time off that includes parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses and a straight time policy that compensates exempt employees for billable hours worked in excess of 40 billable hours within a work week. We have also created an internal culture that provides the resources and technology needed to encourage personal and professional growth opportunities through reimbursement for education; a free in-house resource for hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses; mentorship program; wellness program; Women's Organization and ongoing philanthropic opportunities. Apply today to learn how you can join our team of professionals, so we can help you Accelerate Your Success!

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5. Post your job

   To find construction technicians for your business, try out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important talent pools for any company is its current employees.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and your current work to ask if they know any construction technicians they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit entry-level construction technicians with the right educational background.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter have more than 3.5 billion users, and they're a great place for company branding and reaching potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your construction technician job on Zippia to find and recruit construction technician candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   Your first interview with construction technician candidates should focus on their interest in the role and background experience. As the hiring process goes on, you can learn more about how they'd fit into the company culture in later rounds of interviews.

   You should also ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match the ideal candidate profile you developed earlier. Candidates good enough for the next step can complete the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new construction technician

   Once you've decided on a perfect construction technician candidate, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, it should include benefits and perks available to the employee. Qualified candidates may be considered for other positions, so make sure your offer is competitive. Candidates may wish to negotiate. Once you've settled on the details, formalize your agreement with a contract.

   You should also follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that you've filled the position.

   To prepare for the new construction technician first day, you should share an onboarding schedule with them that covers their first period on the job. You should also quickly complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Finally, Human Resources must ensure a new employee file is created for internal record keeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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